Victorian Large Carnelian Artemis Intaglio Agate Solid Silver Seal Ring

Carnelian depicting Neptune on his chariot drawn by dolphins mounted in silver ring. Top size 33mm x 26mm Size: 9 3/4 Weight: 21,64gr.

This exquisite intaglio is masterfully engraved onto rich carnelian gemstone and features a majestic lion motif. The stone is set in an 925 sterling silver signet ring. Production time for this piece is 12-14 weeks. Can be made in any size ranging from 8-12. Elaborately carved gems were a staple of luxury in antiquity and often incised onto semi-precious stones such as carnelian or jasper. In the form of a talisman they served as extraordinary symbols of status and in certain cases, they were believed to provide divine protection. They were also employed as a form of personal identification when pressed in hot wax or clay. Rulers, nobles and wealthy merchants sought, collected and traded these fascinating miniature works of art. Chavdar Chushev...